Nayarit

Surf towns and bay resorts on the Riviera Nayarit coast, which also preserves Wixárika (Huichol) traditional culture.

Nayarit lies on Mexico's western Pacific coast, bordering Puerto Vallarta in Jalisco across a river to the south, and its coast is known as the Riviera Nayarit. Sayulita is a well-known surf and bohemian-style town, Punta Mita is known for its high-end resorts, and the secluded beaches of the Marietas Islands can only be reached by boat; around San Blas in the north there are mangroves and the remains of a historic port, and tiny, distinctive Mexcaltitán Island lies nearby. The mountains are home to the Wixárika (Huichol) people, who are known for their beadwork. December to April is whale-watching and peak tourist season. The gateways are Puerto Vallarta International Airport and Tepic Airport.

Destinations

• Riviera Nayarit

Itineraries

• Riviera Nayarit Northbound Road Trip – Drive north along Highway 200 from resort bays to surf towns, petroglyphs, and the San Blas mangroves.
• Guadalajara, Tequila & Pacific Coast – From the great western city through the Tequila region down to the coast, covering cities, wine country, ruins, and bea…